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Declaration to Moldova — Full Instructions for Filling Out

A declaration to Moldova is required when you are bringing in significant amounts of money or goods that require mandatory declaration. This procedure helps avoid fines and delays at customs. This article provides instructions for filling out the declaration, the cases when it is necessary, and the rules for the green and red corridors, including rules for cash and cultural values.

What Defines the Declaration Form?

The declaration form is approved by Law No. 62/2008 on Currency Regulation of the Republic of Moldova and other customs regulations. The document regulates the declaration process for currency and material values when entering the country.

View the Sample Declaration for Entry to Moldova

When is the Declaration to Moldova Required?

The declaration must be filled out if you are bringing more than 10,000 euros per person into Moldova, or if you are transporting goods that require declaration, such as medications, weapons, or cultural values. In some cases, declarations may also be filled out at the border even for those crossing without declaring goods through the green corridor.

Important!
Cash is counted per person. This means that even if you are traveling with a child, amounts exceeding 10,000 euros per child must also be declared. Money should be divided into separate amounts for each individual, including children, if the amount for each exceeds 10,000 euros.

Instructions for Filling Out the Declaration for the “Green Corridor”

  1. Personal Information:
    Enter your full name, surname, nationality, and passport number.
  2. Identification Number (IDNP):
    This section is typically filled out by Moldovan citizens. Foreigners may leave it blank.
  3. Address of Residence or Temporary Stay:
    Provide your address in Moldova, if applicable.
  4. Transport:
    Indicate the mode of transportation you are using to cross the border.
  5. Declared Currency:
    If you are carrying less than 10,000 euros per person, select “NO”. If the amount exceeds 10,000 euros, specify the exact amount, currency type, and origin of the funds.
  6. Goods for Personal Use:
    If you are not carrying any goods that require declaration (such as medications, weapons, cultural values), select “NO”.

Declaration in Moldova — Red Corridor: When Should You Choose It?

If you are carrying amounts or goods that require mandatory declaration, follow the red corridor rules:

  1. Amounts Over 10,000 Euros per Person Must Be Declared:
    Money should be divided separately for adults and children if each exceeds 10,000 euros.
  2. Cultural Values Require Permits:
    For cultural values, you will need permits, for example, from museums or authorities confirming the right to export such items.
  3. Medications and Weapons:
    Medications, especially those containing psychotropic substances, and weapons require special permits and documentation.
  4. Additional Documentation:
    Prepare extra documents proving the legality of the origin of funds and goods, as well as permits for transportation, if necessary.

Filling Out the Declaration — Not Just a Formality

Filling out the declaration is not just a formality. It helps avoid fines and delays at the border. For more information on how to cross the border without issues, read our article on crossing the border at Palanca.

By following the correct procedure for filling out the declaration, you ensure smooth travel and compliance with Moldova’s customs requirements.